India · Geological Wonders

Majestic Sonamarg: A Day Trip to the Meadow of Gold from Srinagar

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Srinagar. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Scenic day trip from Srinagar to Sonamarg
02 Travel along the picturesque Srinagar-Leh Highway
03 Visit Sonamarg, the famed Meadow of Gold
04 Excursion to Thajiwas Glacier and its surrounding meadows
05 Admire snow-capped mountains, rivers, and alpine landscapes
06 Free time for optional pony rides or nature walks
07 Private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off

Discover the natural beauty of Sonamarg on a full-day trip from Srinagar, travelling along the scenic Srinagar-Leh Highway through charming villages and mountain landscapes. Known as the Meadow of Gold, Sonamarg is celebrated for its sweeping alpine views, snow-capped peaks, green meadows, and rushing rivers.

During your visit, head out toward Thajiwas Glacier to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and striking glacier scenery. After a lunch break, spend time as you wish with optional activities such as a pony ride, a riverside nature walk, or simply relaxing in the fresh mountain air before returning to Srinagar.

Known as the Meadow of Gold, Sonamarg is celebrated for its sweeping alpine views, snow-capped peaks, green meadows, and rushing rivers.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Srinagar, Sonmarg

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

8:00 AM - Depart from Srinagar: Meet your private guide and driver at your designated location in Srinagar and start your journey towards Sonamarg. Enjoy the scenic drive along the Srinagar-Leh Highway, passing through picturesque landscapes and charming villages.10:00 AM - Arrive at Sonamarg: Reach Sonamarg, a beautiful hill station located at an altitude of 9,186 feet. Marvel at the panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, pristine meadows, and gushing rivers that make Sonamarg a popular tourist destination.10:30 AM - Explore Thajiwas Glacier: Embark on an excursion to Thajiwas Glacier, which is located about 5 kilometers from Sonamarg. You can hire a local taxi to reach the glacier. Upon reaching, take a leisurely walk through the serene meadows and enjoy the stunning views of the glacier, surrounded by lofty peaks.12:30 PM - Lunch break.1:30 PM - Optional activities: After lunch, you can choose from various optional activities based on your interests. You can go for a pony ride to explore the nearby meadows, take a nature walk along the river, or simply relax and soak in the tranquil surroundings.3:30 PM - Depart from Sonamarg: Bid farewell to Sonamarg and start your journey back to Srinagar, enjoying the scenic drive through the picturesque landscapes.

5:30 PM - Return to Srinagar: Arrive back in Srinagar, and your day trip to Sonamarg concludes with drop-off at your designated location.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Srinagar. 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
English speaking local guide and 4x4 drive local vehicle, if option selected.
Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
Lunch, if option selected.
Bottled water in the car.
Government Taxes.

What's Not Included

Camera charges.
Gratuities and optional activities.
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Know before you go

INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
Infants must not sit on laps
Not suitable for pets
Not wheelchair accessible
Please provide your hotel name and address at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to the trip date. Our guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.

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